The real networking world

The first time I heard the word “networking" I thought it was just to walk up to people, introduce yourself, smile, chat a bit and go …

But then it isn't ??

Sadly there are lots of people who embrace networking as such..

The real networking is beyond just chit chatting but seeing how you can align to someone else's purpose and you both fulfill together..

Networking is just amazing…

As I write this, I recall how I first connected with some amazing people, who have turned into more than just friends. I embrace some as my sister and the relationships are priceless.. gush !!

In this world now, networking is simply part of life, walking away from it is like intentionally distancing yourself from your helper or even your soul mate ??

(Moreover there are people here who found their míssing rib on this blue app)

Whether LinkedIn or not LinkedIn everywhere you find yourself, NETWORK.

Here's a simple definition to networking;

Networking is the process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contact..

Here on LinkedIn, just the likes or comments aren't enough..

In fact, focusing more on engaging than networking will cost you a lot..

I'm not saying that engaging is bad, but then the influence that comes with networking is higher than just engagement alone..

When you combine both, you get a faster result..

5 ways you can go about networking is;

??Be very familiar with your ICP

?? Consistently engage on their post

??From time to time check up on them, make them feel important

?? Highlight a pain point of which you have a solution too (this should come in later when you have built familiarity

??Either assist them for free, or make a flexible offer

The moment I invested more in relationships, I saw the result, I didn't just have a one on one relationship, I built that with my audience (such can be done with your content).

Here's how to network with people offline ;

Let your appearance be top notch, be ever ready for any questions..

Atimes check out the profile of the person Swifty before making a move ..

Asides chit chatting, share ideas, rub minds together, ensure you provide value…

The real world of networking is originality, keep building and keep learning..

Until my next edition, see you next week (same time), meanwhile start now and begin to network to grow

your net worth.

Yours dearly

Iheanacho Vivian